Herd Report
The Herd Report is the podcast dedicated to cattle breeding and genetics.
Each week, host Scott Beck sits down with producers from across the country to discuss the genetics they’re using in their herds, why they choose them, and how those decisions are shaping their operations.
Recent Episodes
Spotlight Series: Sonderup Angus and the Feb. 24 Bull & Female Sale
On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Lori and Ashley Wagner of Sonderup Angus, a family-operated Angus program based near Genoa, Nebraska, ahead of their Feb. 24, 2026 bull and female sale. Th...
Spotlight Series: Albrecht / Penz and the 15th Annual President’s Day…
On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we travel to Caddo, Oklahoma, to preview the 15th Annual President’s Day Angus Bull & Female Sale hosted by Penz Angus Ranch and Albrecht Ranch Angus. Kelly Albrecht and Je...
Spotlight Series: Janssen Angus and the Feb. 7 Registered Bull Sale
On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Jon Janssen of Janssen Angus to preview the February 7, 2026 bull sale, held at the ranch in Earlham, Iowa. Janssen Angus is built on five generations of s...
Spotlight Series: Kuck Ranch and the Feb. 10 Annual Production Sale
In this Herd Report Spotlight Series episode, we visit Kuck Ranch, a family-operated Angus operation based near Bertrand, Nebraska, known for producing quality Angus cattle built for real-world performance. The Kuck family wa...
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On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we visit Pilichowski Angus, a family-operated Angus seedstock program in Arthur County, Nebraska, ahead of their annual bull sale on Monday, February 9, 2026. Mike Pilichow...
Spotlight Series: Inside Babcock Angus and the Feb. 3 Bull & Female S…
On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Kyle and Bill Babcock of Babcock Angus Ranch near Long Pine, Nebraska, ahead of their Feb. 3, 2026 bull and female sale, held at the ranch. The conversatio...
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Recent Blog Posts
The Current State of the Cattle Business: Insights from Penz Angus Ra…
The cattle business, a cornerstone of agriculture, is constantly evolving. Today’s ranchers face a unique set of challenges and opportunities, driven by market fluctuations, economic pressures, and the need for innovative breeding strategies. …
The Importance of Quality Genetics in Angus Breeding: Insights from A…
Welcome back to the blog! If you're passionate about Angus cattle, breeding, and the future of the beef industry, you're in the right place. Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's near and dear to my heart: the pivotal role of genetics in shap…
Decoding Bull Quality: What Makes Birch Creek Angus Bulls Stand Out?
Welcome to the blog, folks! Following up on our latest episode of The Herd Report Podcast, we're diving deep into what sets Birch Creek Angus apart in the world of cattle breeding. In "Birch Creek Angus: Bull Quality, Community & Commitment to t…